Indoor Tracks in Iowa

Iowa has 53 indoor running tracks across 45 cities. Whether you're training for a meet or just looking for a climate-controlled place to run, you'll find facility types ranging from YMCA Facility, University Indoor Track, Community Wellness Center. Surfaces include Unknown and Synthetic and Not published and Concrete/Composite (Concourse) and Rubberized and Not published by the operator and Shock-absorbent and Beynon BSS 100 Hobart, with day passes starting around $8.

Cities with Indoor Tracks

Algona

1 facility

Ames

1 facility

Ankeny

1 facility

Atlantic

1 facility

Audubon

1 facility

Bettendorf

1 facility

Bloomfield

1 facility

Boone

1 facility

Burlington

2 facilities

Carroll

1 facility

Cedar Falls

2 facilities

Cedar Rapids

2 facilities

Charles City

1 facility

Clear Lake

1 facility

Davenport

1 facility

Des Moines

2 facilities

Dubuque

3 facilities

Estherville

1 facility

Forest City

1 facility

Fort Dodge

1 facility

Fort Madison

1 facility

Iowa City

1 facility

Manchester

1 facility

Maquoketa

1 facility

Marion

1 facility

Marshalltown

1 facility

Mason City

1 facility

Mount Pleasant

1 facility

Muscatine

1 facility

North Liberty

1 facility

Norwalk

1 facility

Oelwein

1 facility

Orange City

1 facility

Ottumwa

1 facility

Red Oak

1 facility

Sheldon

1 facility

Sioux Center

1 facility

Sioux City

1 facility

Spencer

1 facility

Story City

1 facility

Washington

1 facility

Waterloo

2 facilities

Waverly

1 facility

West Burlington

2 facilities

Windsor Heights

1 facility

All Tracks in Iowa

53 Tracks Found

53 facilities across 45 cities

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Algona, IA·YMCA Facility

Algona Family YMCA

Track

160m

Lanes

N/A

Surface

Unknown

Banking

Flat

Indoor running trackOutdoor running trackFitness centerGym

04:30 - 21:00 (Mon-Thu); 04:30 - 20:00 (Fri)

YMCA membership or guest access required; confirm current guest pass pricing and access rules with the branch before visiting.

On-site or nearby parking; confirm with facility.

Iowa State Lied Recreation Center Indoor Track

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Ames, IA·University Indoor Track

Iowa State Lied Recreation Center Indoor Track

Track

300m

Lanes

N/A

Surface

Synthetic

Banking

Flat

300-meter indoor trackIndoor fieldhouseAthletics seatingCampus recreation facilities

Access varies by Iowa State athletics, campus recreation, and meet schedules.

Primarily an Iowa State athletics and recreation facility; community access depends on university policies and events.

Campus parking nearby; check event rules

Trail Point Aquatics & Wellness Indoor Track

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Ankeny, IA·Community Wellness Center

Trail Point Aquatics & Wellness Indoor Track

Track

161m

Lanes

N/A

Surface

Synthetic

Banking

Flat

Elevated one-tenth-mile trackSeparate lanes for running and walkingFitness areaTwo gymnasiums

Elevated track is open and available during facility hours.

Open to public memberships; DMACC students taking at least six credits receive free membership.

Free campus/on-site parking

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Atlantic, IA·YMCA Facility

Nishna Valley Family YMCA

Track

160m

Lanes

N/A

Surface

Unknown

Banking

Flat

Aerobics CenterChild WatchFitness CenterMulti-Purpose Room

Mon-Thu: 4:30am - 10:00pm; Fri: 4:30am - 8:00pm

YMCA membership or guest access required; confirm current guest pass pricing and access rules with the branch before visiting.

On-site or nearby parking; confirm with facility.

Audubon Recreation Center Indoor Walking Track

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Audubon, IA·Community recreation center

Audubon Recreation Center Indoor Walking Track

Track

Unknown

Lanes

N/A

Surface

Not published

Banking

Unknown

indoor walking trackgymnasiumweights, machines and cardio equipmentpickleball

Member access 24/7; staffed/public Mon closed, Tue-Thu 11:00-22:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-23:00, Sun 11:00-20:00

A 90-day pass is $75 adult or $150 family. Members receive secure-app 24/7 access, subject to rentals and events.

Use the recreation-center lot on Southside Avenue.

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Bettendorf, IA·YMCA

Bettendorf Family YMCA Indoor Track

Track

201m

Lanes

N/A

Surface

Synthetic

Banking

Flat

1/8-mile indoor trackFitness centerGymnasiumAquatics

Available during posted Bettendorf Family YMCA branch hours.

Indoor track access is included with YMCA membership; guest-pass options and reciprocity should be confirmed with the branch.

On-site lot

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Bloomfield, IA·Community Center

Mutchler Community Center Indoor Track

Track

160m

Lanes

N/A

Surface

Synthetic

Banking

Flat

Indoor walking trackGymnasiumFitness and recreation programmingCommunity rooms

Walking track access follows current Mutchler Community Center hours and activity schedules.

The city lists free walking-track use; some programs and rentals may carry separate fees.

On-site lot

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Burlington, IA·YMCA Facility

Burlington Area YMCA

Track

160m

Lanes

N/A

Surface

Unknown

Banking

Flat

Aerobics CenterChild WatchFamily Locker RoomsFitness Center

Mon - Thu: 5:00am - 9:00pm Fri: 5:00am - 7:00pm Sat: 7:00am - 5:00pm Sun: 12:00pm - 5:00pm

YMCA membership or guest access required; confirm current guest pass pricing and access rules with the branch before visiting.

On-site or nearby parking; confirm with facility.

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Burlington, IA·Private Fitness Club

Sports Worx 24hr Indoor Track

Track

Unknown

Lanes

N/A

Surface

Not published

Banking

Unknown

Sports Worx provides a 24-hour member indoor track with fitness and court facilities. Its own page conflicts by calling the loop both 200 meters and 14 laps per mile, so the listing deliberately leaves length unpublished pending operator correction.

Fitness equipmentGymnasiumPro shop

Members have 24-hour access; pro shop Mon 11am-6pm, Tue-Fri 10am-6pm, Sat 10am-3pm

Adult memberships are published from $115 for three months, $179.99 for six months, or $265 annually.

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Carroll, IA·Municipal Recreation Center

Carroll Recreation Center

Track

121m

Lanes

Surface

Synthetic

Banking

Flat

Three-lane indoor walking track above the gymnasiumLane lengths of 398 ft, 414 ft, and 432 ftFitness and weight roomGymnasium

The building follows staffed hours, while REC members age 18 and older can use 24-hour access.

Adult daily admission is $9. Resident adult payment-plan memberships are $24.16 per month or $39 for 30 days; non-resident adults are $26.08 per month or $42 for 30 days.

On-site lot

$9 day pass

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Cedar Falls, IA·Stadium / Arena

UNI-Dome Concourse

Track

402m

Lanes

N/A

Surface

Concrete/Composite (Concourse)

Banking

Flat

Indoor walking concourse (approx 1/4 mile)Climate controlled environmentRestrooms available

Mon-Fri: 09:00 - 16:30 (Excluding university holidays and event days)

The dome concourse is open to the public for walking/jogging free of charge during specified weekday hours (excluding event days)

Free on-site parking in dome lots (during non-event hours)

University of Northern Iowa Wellness and Recreation Center

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Cedar Falls, IA·University recreation center

University of Northern Iowa Wellness and Recreation Center

Track

Unknown

Lanes

N/A

Surface

Not published

Banking

Unknown

indoor jogging tracktwo swimming poolsbasketball and multipurpose courtsfitness and weight spaces

Hours vary by academic term, break and event schedule; use the official recreation schedule

Access is controlled by UNI Recreation Services; verify current eligibility, membership and guest options before visiting.

Campus parking near University of Northern Iowa Wellness and Recreation Center; a visitor permit or payment may be required.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many indoor tracks are in Iowa?

There are currently 53 documented indoor track facilities across 45 cities in Iowa. The top areas include Dubuque (3), Burlington (2), Cedar Falls (2), Cedar Rapids (2), Des Moines (2).

Are there public indoor tracks in Iowa?

Yes. 26 facilities in Iowa offer full public access, and 26 more have limited public hours. Cities with public-access tracks include Ankeny, Audubon, Bettendorf, Bloomfield, Burlington.

What does it cost to use an indoor track in Iowa?

Day pass prices in Iowa typically range from $8 to $12. Some municipal recreation centers offer resident discounts, and several facilities have monthly membership options for regular runners.

Which cities in Iowa have indoor running tracks?

Indoor tracks in Iowa are currently available in Dubuque, Burlington, Cedar Falls, Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, Waterloo, West Burlington, Algona, Ames, Ankeny, Atlantic, Audubon, Bettendorf, Bloomfield, Boone, Carroll, Charles City, Clear Lake, Davenport, Estherville, Forest City, Fort Dodge, Fort Madison, Iowa City, Manchester, Maquoketa, Marion, Marshalltown, Mason City, Mount Pleasant, Muscatine, North Liberty, Norwalk, Oelwein, Orange City, Ottumwa, Red Oak, Sheldon, Sioux Center, Sioux City, Spencer, Story City, Washington, Waverly, Windsor Heights. We verify each listing regularly to keep the information accurate.

What surfaces do indoor tracks in Iowa use?

Indoor tracks in Iowa feature Unknown, Synthetic, Not published, Concrete/Composite (Concourse), Rubberized, Not published by the operator, Shock-absorbent, Beynon BSS 100 Hobart surfaces. The surface type affects traction and impact on joints, so it's worth checking what a facility uses before you visit.